{"id":147660,"date":"2025-10-07T09:37:46","date_gmt":"2025-10-07T09:37:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/?p=147660"},"modified":"2025-10-28T21:54:12","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T21:54:12","slug":"creepy-but-common-appliance-issues-and-how-to-fix-them","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/inspiration\/care-and-maintenance\/creepy-but-common-appliance-issues-and-how-to-fix-them\/","title":{"rendered":"Creepy but common appliance issues and how to fix them in Halloween"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s close to midnight, and something evil\u2019s lurking in the dark, \u2018cause this is a thriller, thriller night. Weird noises, creaking doors, \u201cwho turned on the TV?-not me!-oh, then, who did?\u201d kind of stuff\u2026and then your <strong>kitchen appliances<\/strong> begin to do strange things in the middle of the night, because that sort of common appliance issues just happen when you need them less.<\/p>\n<p>Before you call the Ghostbusters, let\u2019s take a chance on us, like Abba would sing, and try to fix those haunted appliance problems with our Halloween-themed guide, bringing your home back from the dead (electrically speaking). And yes, just to make you feel better, most of these creepy happenings have a simple explanation from this world and not from \u201cThe <strong>Upside down<\/strong>\u201d.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-147662\" src=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/fantasmas-merengue-halloween.jpg\" alt=\"Meringhe ghosts haunting your kitchen over a dark countertop\" width=\"700\" height=\"436\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/fantasmas-merengue-halloween.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/fantasmas-merengue-halloween-480x299.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 700px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The possessed washing machine<\/h2>\n<p>Have you ever heard your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/laundry\/washers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">washer<\/a> sound like a zombie trying to escape from inside? It might sound <strong>terrifying,<\/strong> but the cause is usually quite common and quite simple.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The cause:<\/strong> The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/inspiration\/care-and-maintenance\/my-washer-does-not-spin-why\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">drum<\/a> is <strong>unbalanced.<\/strong> When heavy items like towels or blankets sit on one side, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/inspiration\/appliances-and-innovation\/how-to-choose-a-washing-machine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">machine<\/a> can shake violently.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The fix:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Stop the cycle and <strong>redistribute<\/strong> the load evenly.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure the machine sits level on the floor \u2014 you can <strong>adjust<\/strong> its feet if needed.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid <strong>overloading;<\/strong> your washer needs some breathing space, too.<\/li>\n<li>Also, make sure the appliance is installed on a <strong>solid<\/strong> and leveled floor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If the sound of the washing machine is more like somebody is shaking maracas inside, and you have kids, it\u2019s quite probably your little ones brought most of the sand they have found on the way home in their pockets. No exorcist required.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-74669\" src=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/dishwasher-filter_4.jpg\" alt=\"Dishwasher filter\" width=\"700\" height=\"436\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/dishwasher-filter_4.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2021\/04\/dishwasher-filter_4-480x299.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 700px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>2. The fridge that moans at midnight<\/h2>\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/kitchen\/refrigeration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fridge<\/a> that <strong>hums, rattles,<\/strong> or <strong>moans<\/strong> in the dark like Chewbacca can be enough to send chills down your spine. This is one of the most terrifying yet most common appliance <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/inspiration\/recipes-and-gastronomy\/common-fridge-freezer-problems-and-stress-free-solutions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">issues<\/a> at home.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The cause:<\/strong> Most fridges make some sound when cooling, but extra noise often means the fan is dirty or the compressor is struggling to survive. They may just need a good clean.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The fix:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Clean<\/strong> the back coils (unplug the refrigerator first, please). Dust and dirt can make your fridge work harder and noisier.<\/li>\n<li>Check that nothing <strong>inside<\/strong> the fridge is touching the walls, as <strong>vibrations<\/strong> can amplify the noise.<\/li>\n<li>Look up the fridge <strong>manual<\/strong> to be sure all the common installation items are in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/inspiration\/buying-your-first-fridge-a-quick-guide-for-first-time-buyers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">right place<\/a>. Unbalanced <strong>levelling legs,<\/strong> misplaced <strong>shelves,<\/strong> or similar issues can cause <strong>noises,<\/strong> too.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If the moaning continues, it might be time for a new fan <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/inspiration\/appliances-and-innovation\/do-i-really-save-money-with-an-energy-efficient-fridge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">motor.<\/a> Your fridge is not haunted, just tired.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-146433\" src=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/LEDLight.jpg\" alt=\"Ideas for buying your first fridge like this fridge-freezer combi half opened with the LED light on in the dark\" width=\"700\" height=\"436\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/LEDLight.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/LEDLight-480x299.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 700px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>3. The oven that burns like the Spanish Inquisition<\/h2>\n<p>You set your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/kitchen\/ovens\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">oven<\/a> to 180 \u00b0C, but your sponge cake comes out darker than a vampire\u2019s cloak. What is happening?<\/p>\n<p><strong>The cause:<\/strong> Uneven heating, a broken <strong>thermostat,<\/strong> or blocked vents can turn your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=F-MEwJqRzWk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">oven<\/a> into a bonfire.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The fix:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Use an oven <strong>thermometer<\/strong> to check the real temperature.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Clean<\/strong> the inside regularly; leftover grease can cause hot spots. If the dirt is too much for an ordinary cleaning, it is the right moment to use self-cleaning features, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/inspiration\/appliances-and-innovation\/how-to-clean-your-oven-easily-dualclean-cleaning-system\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HydroClean<\/a> or pyrolysis.<\/li>\n<li>If the heat of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/inspiration\/appliances-and-innovation\/quick-guide-to-buy-a-new-oven-for-your-kitchen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">oven<\/a> is inconsistent, the thermostat might need replacing. And yes, before buying a brand new oven, consider that repairing might be a solution. Always ask a professional.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A well-calibrated oven will make sure your Halloween bakes are <a href=\"https:\/\/cookinglovers.teka.com\/en\/collections\/trick-or-treat-spooky-halloween-recipes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">spooky<\/a> but not deadly.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-130009\" src=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/09\/SteamGrourmet_asparagus_recipe.jpg\" alt=\"SteamGourmet oven door open\" width=\"700\" height=\"436\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/09\/SteamGrourmet_asparagus_recipe.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/09\/SteamGrourmet_asparagus_recipe-480x299.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 700px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>4. The dryer that eats socks<\/h2>\n<p>All year long, but especially on Halloween, mysterious disappearances happen\u2026 your socks will never be the same again. Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/laundry\/dryers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dryer<\/a> seems to swallow one of each pair. However, it is not a <strong>conspiracy<\/strong> of the Worldwide Sock Producer Association, but one of the most common appliance issues ever.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The cause:<\/strong> Socks can slip between the drum and the door seal, especially in older models.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The fix:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Always <strong>check<\/strong> the drum and filter after each load. There is usually something left behind. Also, be sure to check it before loading it in, because some <strong>objects<\/strong> may be inside, and you didn\u2019t notice.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Clean<\/strong> the <strong>lint trap<\/strong> regularly. It helps your dryer breathe and prevents overheating.<\/li>\n<li>Consider using a <strong>mesh laundry bag<\/strong> for small and delicate items, like underwear.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Your socks may not have been spirited away,\u00a0 just trapped in the dark side of the force dryer.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-147663\" src=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/Autodose_web_mobile.jpg\" alt=\"a dryer washing machine in the shadows of a laundry room \" width=\"700\" height=\"436\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/Autodose_web_mobile.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/Autodose_web_mobile-480x299.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 700px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>5. The water heater is ice-cold like the breath of a ghost<\/h2>\n<p>You\u2019ve had a hard day at the office, on public transport, in a traffic jam, and all you want to do is just arrive home and have a warm, nice shower. But the forces of the dark have other plans for you. You turn on the shower, and a blast of freezing water goes straight to your very bones. Is that the personification of evil forces?<\/p>\n<p><strong>The cause:<\/strong> Don\u2019t panic, your water <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/comfort\/water-heaters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">heater<\/a> isn\u2019t cursed (probably). The most common answer is that you probably have a problem with the <strong>thermostat,<\/strong> one of the components of the heater, or a buildup of sediment at the bottom of the tank.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The fix:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Make sure the power or gas <strong>supply<\/strong> is actually on. Even a water heater needs a spark of life to work, just like Frankenstein.<\/li>\n<li>For electric models, <strong>reset<\/strong> the thermostat. Sometimes, gremlins are working on it at night, you know.<\/li>\n<li>If you have a tank heater, <strong>drain<\/strong> and <strong>flush<\/strong> it once a year. Sediment loves to hide inside and steal your heat, one degree at a time.<\/li>\n<li>Still cold? The heating element or thermostat may have gone to appliance heaven\u2014 it\u2019s time for a <strong>replacement.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Keep your water heater happy and warm, and it\u2019ll keep the ghosts of cold showers in a galaxy far, far away.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-147664\" src=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/instalar-termos.jpg\" alt=\"A collection of brand new white Teka water heaters and tips of how to fix common appliance issues \" width=\"700\" height=\"436\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/instalar-termos.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/10\/instalar-termos-480x299.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 700px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Don\u2019t be afraid of DIY work<\/h2>\n<p>We know is a pain to have any kind of these common <a href=\"https:\/\/www.teka.com\/global\/inspiration\/decoration-and-trends\/black-friday-kitchen-deals-ideas-to-refresh-your-space\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">appliance<\/a> issues, but, as you can see, most of them have down-to-earth solutions. It will not take you long to repair them or, even better, to <strong>prevent<\/strong> them. A little <strong>cleaning<\/strong> and <strong>maintenance<\/strong> will keep your home running without magic spells. One thing is for sure: <strong>safety<\/strong> first must be your golden rule, and if you think the trouble can be serious or is related to electricity or gas, always contact a <strong>qualified technician.<\/strong> If this Halloween your refrigerator moans or your washing machine shakes, remember: they are not haunted, they just need a bit of care. Keep your appliances happy for a ghost-free home all year round.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s close to midnight, and something evil\u2019s lurking in the dark, \u2018cause this is a thriller, thriller night. 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